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Chariots of Fire

Chariots of Fire

This is the story of two men who run, not to run, but to prove something to the world. They will sacrifice anything to achieve their goals... except their honor.

In the class-obsessed and religiously divided UK of the early 1920s, two determined young runners train for the 1924 Paris Olympics. Eric Liddell, a devout Christian born to Scottish missionaries in China, sees running as part of his worship of God's glory and refuses to train or compete on the Sabbath. Harold Abrahams overcomes anti-Semitism and class bias, but neglects his beloved sweetheart in his single-minded quest.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Chariots of Fire
  • Genres: Drama, History
  • Release Date: 1981-05-15
  • Runtime: 123 minutes
  • Rating: 6.787/10 (950 votes)
  • Budget: $5,500,000
  • Revenue: $58,972,904
  • Production Companies: Enigma Productions, Allied Stars, 20th Century Fox
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.3869
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Ben Cross

Ben Cross

as Harold Abrahams

Ian Charleson

Ian Charleson

as Eric Liddell

Cheryl Campbell

Cheryl Campbell

as Jennie Liddell

Alice Krige

Alice Krige

as Sybil Gordon

Nigel Havers

Nigel Havers

as Lord Andrew Lindsay

Ian Holm

Ian Holm

as Sam Mussabini

Nicholas Farrell

Nicholas Farrell

as Aubrey Montague

Daniel Gerroll

Daniel Gerroll

as Henry Stallard

John Gielgud

John Gielgud

as Master of Trinity

Lindsay Anderson

Lindsay Anderson

as Master of Caius

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Trailers & Clips

Ron Howard on Chariots of Fire | AFI Movie Club

Blake Haxton announces Chariots Of Fire | AFI Movie Club

Chariots of Fire Wins Original Score: 1982 Oscars

Chariots of Fire Wins Original Screenplay: 1982 Oscars

Chariots of Fire Wins Costume Design: 1982 Oscars

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chariots of Fire?

Chariots of Fire is a Drama, History movie directed by . It was released on 1981-05-15.

Who are the main actors in Chariots of Fire?

The main cast includes Ben Cross, Ian Charleson, Cheryl Campbell, Alice Krige, Nigel Havers, .

Where can I watch Chariots of Fire online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Chariots of Fire is available.

Is Chariots of Fire based on a true story?

This is the story of two men who run, not to run, but to prove something to the world. They will sacrifice anything to achieve their goals... except their honor.

What is the IMDb rating of Chariots of Fire?

Chariots of Fire has an IMDb rating of 6.787/10 based on 950 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Chariots of Fire?

The movie had a production budget of $5,500,000 and earned $58,972,904 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Chariots of Fire?

The soundtrack was composed by Enigma Productions, Allied Stars, 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Chariots of Fire filmed?

Chariots of Fire was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Chariots of Fire?

The total runtime of Chariots of Fire is 123 minutes.

Is Chariots of Fire suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Chariots of Fire?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Chariots of Fire.

Does Chariots of Fire have a post-credit scene?

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